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Add a pop of color to your garden in the spring and fall months with this tender perennial featuring various stunning flowers.

Discover the top bird-watching essentials that will turn your yard into the go-to spot for a diverse array of birds.

Looking for a heavy-duty tarp to protect your outdoor items? I tested a top-selling brand’s canvas tarp to find out if it was any good.

After testing numerous single-stage snow blowers, the Snow Joe 48V, 18-inch Ionmax proved to be quite capable for clearing what moderate snow storms can dump on a property.

From appearance to maintenance, the material you choose for kitchen cabinets has a lasting impact on your daily life—not to mention your budget.

Plan your bathroom remodel by understanding the typical bathroom size for every type of bathroom.

Do you find yourself ankle-deep in water when you shower? See how to unclog a tub drain without using chemicals that can harm your plumbing.

Anyone who has struggled to hang drywall will be delighted with the speed, ease, and accuracy of these useful machines.

Many manufacturers make bold claims about their mug warmers’ capabilities, but not all deliver. We tested some of the best models to see which could stand the heat.

Win the war—or at least half the battle—against indoor insects with this effective, easy-to-use plug-in pest control.

It removes dozens of impurities from tap water without excessively restricting the flow, and it’s surprisingly affordable.

While their names may sound similar, moles and voles are each destructive in their own ways. Here’s what to know about the differences between vole vs. mole damage and how to address it.

Once the unwanted wallflower of the vegetable world, the beet now is achieving homecoming queen status due to its many health benefits.

The use of straw mulch for garden beds can keep weeds down, decrease watering needs, and even extend the growing season.

An attached garage is convenient, but the shared wall between this space and your living quarters may not be enough to prevent harmful pollutants from entering your home.

This shower head marries luxury, functionality, and versatility. Discover how it performed in our hands-on testing.

The next time a new purchase—be it glassware, a toy, or electronics—is marred by a stubborn sticker, try one of these household solutions for getting the glue off.

Repurpose or recycle used candle jars by removing leftover wax.

Learn how to clean a sponge in the microwave, and other ways to degrime and sanitize this hardworking kitchen tool.

Many staple foods can sit for years or even decades in a cool, dry pantry and still be perfectly fine to eat. In fact, these pantry goods pretty much never expire. Now go stock up!